Ducted A/C System Not Operating
Ducted A/C System Not Operating is a moderate-severity electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 17 inspection reports.
Causes
- No electrical connection to the property during inspection
- Incomplete inspection or testing by builder/installer
- Commissioning not completed or incorrectly performed
- Electrical fault or connection issue
- Incomplete commissioning
Symptoms to look for
- Ducted A/C system does not turn on or function as expected
- A/C system does not turn on or function as expected
- Inability to confirm operational status of A/C
- Unknown operational status of the A/C system
- A/C system not fully functional or tested
Remedies
- Connect the disconnected section of ducting and test the entire A/C system for proper operation
- Engage a qualified HVAC technician or electrician to diagnose and rectify the operational fault
- Engage a qualified technician to investigate and repair the non-operating ducted A/C system
- Arrange for electrical connection and test the ducted A/C system to ensure proper function
- Ensure proper commissioning and testing of the system
Worth asking our inspector about this specifically.
This is common across Perth stock and usually fixable without drama, but the scope of the fix varies. Every SURE inspection includes 12 months of free advice. Call out the defect by name and we check for it directly.
Curated entries in Electrical
- Curated 3–5/5Exposed Electrical Wiring in Accessible Area
Electrical wiring not properly enclosed in conduit or behind wall linings in areas accessible to occupants, including subfloor spaces, garages, and laundries. Presents shock hazard and does not comply with AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
- Curated 2–5/5Non-Compliant or Overloaded Switchboard
Switchboard not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses. Common in pre-2000 Perth and Sydney homes that have not been upgraded.